We had our Baby Shower last July 15 at the Gathering Venue and it was the best decision we've ever…read moremade. The venue is very clean and spacious perfect for an event with under 100guest. All our guests had fun and they loved the set up. There is a garage parking near by. The venue itself is pretty and classy, minimal decorations would be needed. I also like how it has a separate room for food and drinks. (Bar table was a plus). I highly recommend this venue and would book again for our next event. Also transaction is very easy and the owner Aileen is very nice and responds fast to questions and requests.

I booked the Gathering Venue for my in laws 40th wedding anniversary and the venue was perfect!…read moreAileen was helpful from start to finish. Shes was easily reachable by phone when I needed her. My party had about 100 guest and we all fit perfect and the having the bar separate from the main area was a great plus! I can't wait to have my next event there.

Wwnt there for a birthday party and it was really nice. Very unexpected. The inside was a very…read moredecent size, but then salking to the outside area was a great. Kid friendly. Will definitely consider this place for my next event.

Well let me first say that John the owner is amazing. Considering it was a last minute booking, he…read moretook the time and showed us around this amazing little castle. The place is beautiful inside and out. John has a vision and great plans for this place. My family had a memorial reception and it was perfect. Gave us the privacy we needed with the right amount of space and beauty that surrounded us. Best part, my family got to ring the bell in memory of our loved one. It was an emotional moment for us all. This venue is defiantly worth the time to come check out. It's PERFECT for any type of event.

Amy was very nice! It was such a quick and easy process for us as we didn't want anything big, but…read morethe room is decorated beautifully and we still got pictures to remember the special day! Would definitely recommend! We were skeptical as the building does not have any signage and remains locked but all went better than we could've imagined!

Great wedding venue for small weddings. Amy is such a great wedding officiant. She will customize…read morewedding vows. A variety of wedding packages are available. All reasonably priced.

Feel like you're a million miles away but a super short drive from town. Blue Barn Ranch was such…read morean amazing experience, seeing the alpacas with our grandchildren and an incredible view and sunset! Thank you, Marcus and Robin for giving our family such a fabulous memory we will always cherish!

From the owner: The Blue Barn Ranch is nestled in the foothills of Kern County, with sweeping hilltop views of the…read moreSierra Mountain’s. The BBR is a Charming, Rustic-Chic “off the grid” Wedding and Private Events Venue on 40 acres in the Bakersfield area. After the vows, guests will enter the newly refreshed barn with its masterful blend of Rustic and Elegance for another angle of the gorgeous scenery. The original old tin siding and the rugged grandeur of the ranch will enhance your own wedding photos.

Gabi was truly one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. My husband and I worked with her…read moreto create a completely custom ceremony, and the end result was more meaningful and personal than we could have ever imagined. She has an incredible ability to take your story, your values, and your relationship and turn it into something that feels authentic and deeply moving... not generic or templated in any way. What really set her apart was how she coached our officiant (who is also a close friend). She made sure he felt confident, prepared, and able to deliver the ceremony in a way that felt natural and heartfelt. It made such a difference in the moment. Our ceremony ended up being one of the most special parts of the entire day, and we owe that to Gabi. If you're looking for something truly personal and beautifully crafted, she's it.

So wonderful and so personal.... Gabriella was on the list…read moreof preferred officiants for our wedding location as she should be!!!!! She took so much time and effort crafting our short, but simple ceremony that people asked us afterwards who she was and had we been friends for along time. Gabriella is truly a gem of a person and helped shape our ceremony in the best way possible. We all cried, we all laughed and awwwed A LOT. It was a wonderful experience, highly recommend her! We are MBAM Peeps!!!!

I had the absolute pleasure of getting married at Whispering Oaks Chapel, and I truly cannot say…read moreenough wonderful things about the experience. From start to finish, everything was simply perfect--even more incredible considering I reached out to them only four days before the wedding! Despite the short notice, Whispering Oaks handled everything with grace, professionalism, and genuine care. A special thank you to Sheila, who was nothing short of amazing. Her calm, reassuring presence, energy and expert coordination made what could have been a stressful situation feel effortless and joyful. She made us feel completely supported and went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. The chapel itself is stunning--elegant, intimate, and surrounded by natural beauty. It created the most magical backdrop for our ceremony and left us with memories we will cherish forever. I often find myself wishing I could relive the day and get married there all over again--but of course, it was a one-time event, and it was perfect just the way it was. I will forever treasure the memories made at Whispering Oaks Chapel. If you're looking for a beautiful venue with heart, warmth, and a team that truly cares, I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Whispering Oaks Chapel. It's a hidden gem and an absolute blessing. I wish I could give more stars!!!!!

The venue was gorgeous. I planned for a ceremony at the time of sunset. Arrangements were made…read moreway in advance. We had a small party of 7 and still had issues. I made sure we arrived early and still ended up having a ceremony post sunset and signing documents in the dark. It wasn't how I planned my special day. I was very disappointed.